2009 Lada Niva vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Niva | Victor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |